On the occasion of Jan Aushadhi Diwas 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended his wishes to all those associated with the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) and to the beneficiaries of the scheme.
Shubhanshu Shukla shares insights into the personal hygiene process on the ISS, highlighting the use of disinfecting towels and water recycling in the absence of showers.
Hyperhidrosis is a condition wherein a person sweats excessively. It usually happens when you sweat more than what your body needs to regulate your temperature.
The 'AI roommate' caught the cook stealing fruits twice in the same week, after she was fired.
Small timing tweaks in your daily diet can make a big difference to the quality of your sleep, as per the expert.
The shift in weather often impacts immunity and increases the risk of common cold, flu, throat infections, allergies and other seasonal illnesses.
Folliculitis is a common skin condition wherein hair follicles become infected or inflamed. Initially, it might look like a small pimple or acne around hair follicles and can be uncomfortable or itchy.
While earphones are a great aid to focus, the medical and audiology research still indicates that they carry some risks if they are used at a high volume or for a long duration.
This issue is not unique to cabbage; lettuce, spinach, coriander, and other leafy greens share the same risk.
The government has also issued clear preventive guidance to the public, advising residents to maintain hand hygiene, follow respiratory etiquette, and wear masks if experiencing symptoms or while in crowded places.
Water balloons, buckets and pichkaris are central to Holi celebrations, but contaminated water can spread diarrhoea, typhoid and hepatitis A.
A diarrhoea outbreak in Andhra Pradesh's Srikakulam has led to one death, with 76 people hospitalised, two in critical condition.
The officials inspected 122 units engaged in producing, storing and selling cereal products.
A viral video has triggered a fresh debate on hotel hygiene after a traveller demonstrated how she cleans her underwear using the in-room coffee maker.
The passenger questioned staff about heating rotis in sealed plastic, noting the packet carried no microwave-safe marking or guidance.
Using or reusing kajal, stick eyeliners and other eye makeup can increase the risk of bacterial contamination, irritation and infections such as conjunctivitis.
A large cohort study has indicated that bad quality sleep can make you pre-diabetic by morning. Here is what you should know and why you need to practise sleep hygiene.
Is poha your go-to breakfast option? A viral video will make you rethink your choice of poha brand.
Customers have allegedly found expired and unlabelled food items at Haldiram's Attapur outlet, prompting a police case and a food safety inquiry.
Doctors say recurring diarrhea, typhoid and stomach infections may not always be food-related. Contaminated water and poor hygiene are major triggers of waterborne diseases, causing lakhs of deaths globally each year.
The clip shows the vendor attempting to remove the rat from the masala-covered mixture. The rodent eventually jumped out and fled into a nearby drain.
Among the venues hosting T20 World Cup matches, the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium is a prominent one. Among other fixtures, it is also hosting the India vs Namibia T20 World Cup Group A match
The new viral trend of dark showering may improve your sleep quality. Here is what it actually is and how it can help you.
Food safety inspection uncovered 40 kg of rotten tomatoes and unsafe cooking oil at McDonald's Gaurav Tower outlet in Jaipur.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today announced a total lockdown in India from midnight for 21 days to fight the spread of coronavirus.
India must also straight away allow internationally-recognized testing kits to be used here - these are already in use in the USA and Europe (do not delay by waiting for Indian clearance).
Coronavirus outbreak: Take necessary precautions. Practise personal hygiene and social isolation. Utilise this time to do all the things you never found the time to do earlier. Here are some more tips to maintain your mental health by Psychiatrist Dr Sanjay Chugh
Hopefully, you are following social distancing and not mingling, especially with large groups or in crowded places. Can wearing a mask help? Here's what doctors say:
People across the world are worried about the rising cases of COVID-19, a highly contagious disease caused by the Novel Coronavirus that was first detected in China's Wuhan in December last year. What should you do if you're feeling any little ill, flu-ish and you are worried that you have symptoms of coronavirus?
Coronavirus India: Airlines have been asked to ensure distance at check-in counters and enough space as passengers wait for their flights
With some 400 positive cases within a population of 1.3 billion, the burning question in the minds of many is whether India is under-reporting. Until a couple of days ago, there were strict, conservative criteria for COVID 19 testing.


Soap and water is still the best way to clean your hands. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.


Wash hands with warm or cold water. Lather soap to get it on the backs of hands, between fingers and under finger nails before rinsing off. According to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, the time spent should be 20 seconds (or the time taken to sing the “Happy Birthday” song from beginning to end twice).


If soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer with at least 60 per cent alcohol.


The hand sanitizer should be applied to one palm before rubbing the hands together. While rubbing, the gel should be spread all over the hands and fingers, covering all surfaces until completely dry.


Cleansers and wipes are effective in cleaning and disinfecting objects and surfaces that are frequently touched.


Alcohol is effective at killing different types of microbes, including both viruses and bacteria. Coronavirus is the type of virus with an outer wrapping, called an envelope, which alcohol can kills.


Despite many DIY sites and programmes suggesting it, vodka doesn’t have enough alcohol content to effectively kill microbes.
India Coming Together Against COVID-19 campaign, an RB and NDTV initiative, aims to provide a platform to highlight the works of the unsung heroes, NGOs and community leaders at the frontline of the hygiene battle against COVID-19.
It is a small effort to keep Indians well informed with medical facts and the news that matters the most in their daily lives during the current lock-down. A campaign of hope despite of all of us being isolated.
The campaign will recognise and acknowledge the unsung heroes who are at the forefront of this battle against the coronavirus – doctors, the police, community kitchens, the suppliers of essential commodities. Pan-India stories on the effort being made to combat the virus – narrated by the administrators, the police and government bodies. We will also showcase how hygiene and handwashing are critical in this fight against Novel Coronavirus.

